Senior Architect

Job Overview

Under direction, this person is responsible for performing professional work managing the development, review, and approval of the design and construction of City buildings and facilities and for providing technical assistance to other related building construction as directed by the City Architect. The role heads a vertical project management team and exercises functional supervision over assigned staff. Working conditions are in an office or construction environment with occasional exposure to temperature extremes and traffic construction.

This position is an unclassified position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. It is also subject to at‑will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.

100 W Houston Street (City Tower), San Antonio, Texas

7:45 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday

• Oversees the customer service initiatives and the mission of the Capital Delivery Department.
• Directs and participates in project development for one of the project management teams.
• Establishes and supervises the setting of preliminary programs, budgets, and schedules to meet project needs and makes recommendations to the City Architect on the project delivery method.
• Assists with the consultant selection process and oversees and manages their work products; reports to the City Architect any issues that will delay project delivery.
• Reviews plans, specifications, cost estimates, and inspects sites during construction operations.
• Oversees city staff and the consultants as they coordinate with contractors and client departments and communicates with various department representatives.
• Develops reports and presentations on projects to city staff and the general public.
• Oversees staff adherence to department policies on records and file management procedures.
• Programs, designs, draws, and writes technical specifications for City projects.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as directed as required.

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in architecture.

• Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.
• Licensed to practice as a Registered Architect in the State of Texas.
• Must obtain a license to practice in the State of Texas within one (1) year of employment.

• Knowledge of architectural principles and practices, particularly in the design and construction of governmental, commercial, and institutional buildings.
• Knowledge of building, development, and accessibility codes and the principles of sustainable buildings and facilities.
• Knowledge of construction practices, materials, systems and the ability to develop cost estimates and schedules for building construction projects.
• Skilled in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs.
• Familiarity with and ability to read and interpret plans and specifications and knowledge of construction protocols and contract provisions.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports, both narrative and graphic representations.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, and to make presentations to groups often unfamiliar with facility design and construction.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff, stakeholder groups, other public agencies and the general public.
• Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.